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  • PA6 GF50
  • Reinforced with 50% Glass Fiber
  • Available in Natural, Black, or Custom Color Options
  • Product Benefits: High Rigidty, Heat Resistance
  • Certificate: RoHS, REACH
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50% Glass Fiber Reinforced Nylon 6 (PA6 GF50)

Product Overview

PA6 50% Glass Fiber Reinforced (PA6 GF50), also referred to as PA6 GF50 material or 50 glass filled nylon, is a high-performance engineering plastic designed for applications requiring exceptional mechanical strength, rigidity, flexural strength, and impact resistance. This nylon compound is ideal for replacing certain metals in applications demanding both lightweight and high rigidity, offering enhanced performance in diverse environments.
 

Technical Specifications

  • Material: Nylon 6 (PA6/ Polyamide 6)

  • Glass Fiber Content: 50%

  • Tensile Strength: 200 MPa

  • Elongation at Break: 2%

  • Notched Impact Strength (23°C): 14 kJ/m²

  • Density: 1.56 g/cm³

  • Melting Point: 230°C

  • Color: Natural, Black, and other custom colors available

 

Applications

With its enhanced properties, PA6 GF50 material is widely applied in the following industries:

  • Sports Equipment: Examples include telescope housings, ice skate frames, and other components. This 50 glass filled nylon material retains excellent mechanical strength even in extreme weather, ensuring durability and resistance to deformation.

  • Metal Replacement: Ideal for items such as axe handles, solar brackets, and gearboxes. The high flexural strength and lightweight properties make PA6 GF50 an excellent choice to replace metals in challenging environments.

  • Motorcycle Parts: This 50 glass filled nylon formulation is commonly used in engine/exhaust covers and rearview mirror covers, this nylon compound provides long-lasting durability and strength, contributing to stability in high-performance applications.

 

Comparison with Other Glass Fiber Reinforced Nylon Products

Technical Specification Comparison of PA6 GF50 and Other PA6 GF materials
 

PA6 GF50

PA6 GF15

PA6 GF30

PA6 GF40

PA6 GF60
Tensile Strength 200MPa 118MPa 165MPa 185MPa 220MPa
Elongation at Break 2% 3.3% 3% 2.8% 2%
Impact Strength (Notched) 14 kJ/m² 10 kJ/m² 12 kJ/m² 13 kJ/m² 14 kJ/m²
Density 1.56 g/cm³ 1.21 g/cm³ 1.38 g/cm³ 1.46 g/cm³ 1.67 g/cm³
 

Product Applications

PA GF50 Applications PA6 GF50 Applications 2

PA6 GF50 is commonly used for automotive parts, interior components, and other applications that require surface aesthetics and rigidity.

Technical Properties
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Properties Test Method    Units Conditions Value
Density ISO 1183 g/cm3 Dry 1.56
Tensile strength at break ISO 527
(50mm/min)		 Mpa Dry
Cond.		 200
168
Elongation at break ISO 527
(50mm/min)		 % Dry
Cond.		 2
2.5
Impact strength ISO 180-1C
Charpy,23℃		 Kj/㎡ Dry
Cond.		 82
83
Impact strength ISO 180-1C
Charpy,-30℃		 Kj/㎡ Dry
Cond.		 75
77
Notched impact strength ISO 180-1A
Charpy,23℃		 Kj/㎡ Dry
Cond.		 14
14
Notched impact strength ISO 180-1A
Charpy,-30℃  		 Kj/㎡ Dry
Cond.		 13
13
Melting point ISO 3146C DSC ℃ Dry 230
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